ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Neuropsychology Practicum Student Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Connecticut Children's

Neuropsychologist

Hartford, CT · On-site

Supervises/trains graduate practicum students and other trainees as assigned. Participates in staff ... Neuropsychology of behavior. * Child care/Child welfare agencies and continuum of care services.

WVU Medicine

... practicum students, and nine psychometrists. This clinical position will include joining multidisciplinary teams to provide neuropsychological services for adult patients with a broad range of ...

JPS Health Network

Neuropsychologist

Fort Worth, TX

Provides clinical neuropsychological supervision of psychology interns, practicum students and residents in psychiatry. Provides neurocognitive didactics for psychology interns and practicum students ...

JPS Health Network

Neuropsychologist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

... practicum students and residents in psychiatry. • Provides neurocognitive didactics for ... 2-year neuropsychology postdoctoral / fellowship program. • Education Requirement o Doctoral ...

The Ins

Neuropsychologist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

... practicum students from a clinical psychology doctoral program at the University of Nevada, Las ... Postdoctoral fellowship with specialization in clinical neuropsychology. * Experience with ...

New

Connecticut Children's

Neuropsychologist

Hartford, CT · On-site

Neuropsychology of behavior. * Child care/Child welfare agencies and continuum of care services ... Supervises/trains graduate practicum students and other trainees as assigned. Participates in staff ...

New

Miami Children's Hospital

NY · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Responsible for the supervision of interns and practicum students. Job Specific Duties * Conduct ... D in Psychology or Neuropsychology * Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of Florida or ...

New

Nicklaushealth

$110 - $160/hr

Responsible for the supervision of interns and practicum students. Job Specific Duties * Conduct ... D in Psychology or Neuropsychology * Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of Florida or ...

New

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsNeuropsychology Practicum Student Jobs

Neuropsychology Practicum Student information

See salary details

$15

$32

$69

How much do neuropsychology practicum student jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for neuropsychology practicum student in the United States is $32.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Neuropsychology Practicum Student vs Neuropsychologist?

AspectNeuropsychology Practicum StudentNeuropsychologist
CredentialsEnrolled in graduate program, gaining supervised experienceDoctoral degree (PhD or PsyD), licensure required
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, clinics, research labs under supervisionIndependent clinical practice, hospitals, private clinics
Employer & IndustryUniversities, hospitals, research institutionsHealthcare facilities, private practices, hospitals

The main difference is that a Neuropsychology Practicum Student is still in training, gaining supervised experience, while a Neuropsychologist is a licensed professional providing independent clinical services. Practicum students focus on learning and observation, whereas neuropsychologists diagnose and treat patients independently.

What kinds of responsibilities can a neuropsychology practicum student expect during a typical week?

As a Neuropsychology Practicum Student, you can expect to be involved in a variety of responsibilities such as administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments, observing patient interviews, and assisting with case conceptualization under close supervision. You'll also participate in regular team meetings, review relevant literature, and may contribute to report writing and feedback sessions. Collaboration with supervisors, other students, and clinical staff is common, providing valuable opportunities to develop clinical skills and professional communication.

What is a neuropsychology practicum student?

A Neuropsychology Practicum Student is a graduate-level trainee who is gaining supervised clinical experience in neuropsychology, often as part of their doctoral program in psychology. These students work under the supervision of licensed neuropsychologists, learning how to assess, diagnose, and help treat individuals with brain injuries or neurological conditions. Their responsibilities typically involve administering neuropsychological assessments, scoring tests, observing patient interviews, and sometimes participating in feedback sessions. The practicum is a critical step in their training, preparing them for future internships, postdoctoral fellowships, and eventual licensure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a neuropsychology practicum student, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Neuropsychology Practicum Student, you need foundational knowledge in psychology or neuroscience, relevant coursework, and enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with neuropsychological assessment tools, standardized test batteries, and electronic documentation systems is typically required. Strong observational skills, ethical judgment, and effective communication help you build rapport with clients and collaborate with supervisors. These skills are crucial for accurate assessment, professional growth, and delivering high-quality client care in clinical settings.
More about Neuropsychology Practicum Student jobs
What states have the most Neuropsychology Practicum Student jobs? States with the most job openings for Neuropsychology Practicum Student jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Neuropsychology Practicum Student jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Neuropsychology Practicum Student jobs are:
Neuropsychology Practicum Student jobs near you
Infographic showing various Neuropsychology Practicum Student job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,697 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Neuropsychologist

Connecticut Children's

Hartford, CT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Connecticut Children's Medical Center rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

222nd of 1,055 rated hospitals

Job description


The licensed neuropsychologist provides a full range of clinical services to Connecticut Children's patients and their families. These services include comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations, brief assessments, and clinic consultations. The neuropsychologist provides consultation and collaboration with relevant team members to promote patient/student needs. The neuropsychologist also collaborates with community agencies, schools and mental health care providers to facilitate the provision of comprehensive services. The psychologist may provide a % FTE focused on research specific to a chronic illness population.
Responsibilities
Assess pediatric outpatients and inpatients with a wide range of cognitive, medical and developmental disorders through the selection, administration, and interpretation of neuropsychological and psychological tests.
Provide findings and recommendations to patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team.
Conduct brief assessments in multidisciplinary clinics to identify psychological and neuropsychological needs of patients and provide appropriate recommendations for care.
Consult with multidisciplinary teams to optimize medical and psychological care.
Participate in clinical research activities, including quality improvement initiatives.
Provide supervision to pediatric psychology and neuropsychology pre-doctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows, as well as teaching of medical students and pediatric residents.
Clinical Training and Professional Development:
Participates in clinical training including case conferences and clinical seminar.
Supervises/trains graduate practicum students and other trainees as assigned.
Participates in staff development activities
Maintains professional expertise through involvement in professional organizations and continuing education programs.
Case Coordination:
Assesses needed services and supports and makes efforts to secure as appropriate.
Communicates with appropriate agencies to keep providers informed of relevant developments.
Maintains collegial relationships with team members, responding to concerns, assessing progress and communicating on case developments.
Age-Specific and Cultural Competencies:
Demonstrates knowledge of population-specific differences and needs from pre-school through young adulthood and applies this knowledge.
Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers.
CCMC Standards
Demonstrates support for the mission and values of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the CCMC Standards.
Performs other related responsibilities as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise graduate psychology practicum student(s), pre-doctoral interns, and post-doctoral fellows.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Required:
  • Education Required: Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology/School Psychology/Counseling Psychology required, with an emphasis in neuropsychology. Must have completed an APA approved internship and a two-year post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology in accordance with the Houston Conference guidelines.

Education and/or Experience Preferred:
  • Experience Preferred: Experience with children and adolescents is preferred.

License and/or Certification Preferred:
  • Licensure by Connecticut State Department of Public Health as a Psychologist.
  • CPR certification required within 60 days of hire and renewed every 2 years.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Knowledge:
  • Theories, principles, techniques and practices of psychotherapy and behavior change.
  • Human development and child and adolescent psychopathology and diagnosis.
  • Clinical and behavioral presentation of children with emotional disturbance and developmental disabilities.
  • Functional neuroanatomy.
  • Neurological and related disorders including their etiology, pathology, course and treatment.
  • Neuropsychology of behavior.
  • Child care/Child welfare agencies and continuum of care services.

Skills:
  • Neuropsychological assessment techniques.
  • Case conceptualization with integration of referral questions, history, and assessment findings.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Education of referral sources regarding neuropsychological services.
  • Communication of evaluation results and recommendations.
  • Consultation and teaming skills.

Ability To:
  • Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to children, adolescent and young adults.
  • Develop clinical treatment plans based on evaluation results.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members, parents, caretakers, care providers, agency representatives and students.
  • Intervene effectively in crisis situations.
  • Adhere to documentation standards.
  • Adhere to professional standards of conduct, ethical standards and CCMC Code of Conduct.

About Us
Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

What Connecticut Children's Medical Center employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply